DESCRIPTION

**Applications are reviewed regularly and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately.**

This recruitment will fill either Youth Program Officers I or II and on-call vacancies.

ABOUT CHINA SPRING YOUTH CHAMP

Are you passionate in making a difference in the lives of troubled youth? Do you want to be a driving force of change? Apply today as a Youth Program Officer and serve as a role model for residents to observe and learn socially effective values, attitudes, and behaviors.

China Spring Youth Camp, located in Douglas County, Nevada, is dedicated to helping male and female, mid-level offenders between the ages of 12 and 18 develop skills, knowledge, and experience to promote health and resiliency, and arrest-progression of problems caused by delinquent behavior. Camp provides behavioral healthcare services, including services for co-occurring issues, to youth and their families.

Our philosophy is one of honor, trust, and accountability. We are dedicated to helping at-risk adolescents define their values using the least restrictive means necessary. We provide structure and programs to help adolescents become productive members of their families and community.

China Spring Youth Camp is a 24/7 facility and employees are required to work rotating day, swing, and graveyard shifts.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• 0-3% Merit upon successful completion of the probationary period and 0-3% annually merit increases thereafter based upon evaluation score.
  Benefits include:

  • No Nevada state income tax. Did you know that Nevada is one of the states in the US that does not have a state income tax? You can keep more of your hard-earned money if you live or work in Nevada. This is a significant advantage that makes Nevada stand out from other states.
  • Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employee Retirement System is (PERS), 33.5% employer-paid.
  • Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
  • Sick Leave: Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.
  • Holidays: 13 paid holidays per year.
  • Health Insurance: County provides medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents with co-payment by employee dependent and/or family status.
  • Deferred Compensation: the County has a voluntary deferred compensation program.
  • Recognition Programs
  • Annual Gym Membership
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Stable, friendly/family environment. Fosters internal talent with training/educational programs and encourages career advancement.
  • Douglas County is a drug, alcohol and smoke-free workplace.

DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for performing a variety of direct care services to adjudicated youth between the ages of 12 and 18 in a staff-secure residential facility; ensures safety, health, and welfare of the youth while supervising day-to-day activities. This position is a part of a job family. Incumbents that meet the required education and experience, are expected to perform the below essential functions independent of a Field Training Officer after the required training program is complete. After completion of three hundred (300) cumulative individual mentoring and group counseling hours, if management determines the required training, certifications, and time in position are obtained, this position may progress to a Youth Program Officer II. NOTE: An employee can remain in this classification until the required counseling hours are satisfactorily met through supervision, documentation, and competency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises youth in day-to-day activities including, but not limited to: routine cleaning and sanitation, shower and hygiene, recreation and education services, culinary, phone calls, meals, snacks, visits, church services, in-camp details, and out-of-camp community details.
• Maintains sight and sound supervision; accounts for youth under direct supervision; observes and addresses behaviors and implements interventions and discipline as appropriate.
• Processes youths arriving and departing the camp, including but not limited to the issuance of clothing, bedding, and personal items; inventories and inspects clothing and property brought in by the youth and secures any unapproved items or returns to the juvenile probation officer immediately upon inspection; provides orientation for new arrivals; explains procedures, daily routine and rules of conduct.
• Enters data, organizes files/paperwork, answers phones, prepares and conducts briefings, and completes daily logs; prepares written reports and documentation to record youth’s progress and incidents observed.
• Facilitates individual and group counseling sessions; conducts regularly scheduled group sessions based upon cultural diversity, life skills, character development, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Escorts youths between camp areas; transports and supervises youths during out-ofcamp appointments or activities in public settings.
• Assists with and documents self-administration of prescription and non-prescription medication; provides first aid as required; observes, reports and documents all symptoms of illness/disease.
• Performs room inspections and contraband searches; ensures that all areas are safe, secure, sanitary, and free of contraband; inventories and maintains accountability for keys, equipment, tools, and supplies; will perform physical searches, as needed, and adheres to established safety, security, and emergency preparedness protocols to ensure the safety of youth and self.
• Practices other emergency management preparedness evacuation and crisis prevention protocols; as a last resort will be required to use physical and mechanical restraint methods.
• Interacts with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience
Youth Program Officer I (starting salary $25.78/hr)
High School diploma or equivalent; completion of forty-eight (48) credits from an accredited college or university with coursework in behavioral sciences, human services, social work, or closely-related field, OR two (2) years qualifying experience in a juvenile facility, related justice program, military, or in law enforcement; AND must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age at date of employment.
Youth Program Officer II (starting salary $28.17/hr)
Bachelor’s Degree preferred in counseling, psychology, sociology, criminal justice, or other behavioral science, OR equivalent experience, education, or training working with at-risk youth. Three hundred (300) cumulative hours of individual and group counseling experience. Must be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age at date of employment.

• Safety and security practices related to a staff secure facility;
• Child or adolescent development;
• State and federal juvenile laws and regulations;
• Dynamics of group counseling and behavior management;
• Proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, custodial tools, and equipment; and
• Standard office practices and procedures, including report writing records management.

• Communicating effectively in oral and written forms;
• Building relationships with both youth and staff;
• Executing daily plans and programming to reduce idle time with delinquent youth;
• De-escalating youth from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and
• Observational skills to accurately assess, record, and intervene appropriately with youth behavior.

• Interpret and apply policies and procedures;
• Exercise appropriate restraint of youth, both physically and non-physically;
• Maintain accurate, clear, and concise reports;
• Use counseling techniques effectively;
• Provide physical care and emotional support to youth;
• Communicate effectively in person, in writing, or over the phone; and
• Use tact, discretion, and prudence in detail with those contacted in the course of work.

• Driver's License.
• First Aid, CPR, and bloodborne pathogen training within ninety (90) days of employment.
• JIREH Level A certification within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) training within ninety (90) days of employment.

• Driver's License.
• 16-40 hours of evidence-based training, or equivalent.
• First Aid, CPR, or bloodborne pathogen training within ninety (90) days of employment.
• JIREH Level A Certification within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) training within ninety (90) days of employment.
• Training in Girl’s Circle/Boy’s Council for Young Men, Aggression Replacement Training within ninety (90) days of employment.

Overview of Douglas County Benefits
Disclaimer: Douglas County provides benefits to full time employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time positions (depending on job). Some part time positions may provide no benefits.

No Nevada State income tax.

Retirement – Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada
Douglas County contributes 33.50% of an eligible Regular Member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire Member's salary for retirement. Deferred Compensation Plans – Employees can participate in the VOYA Retirement Plans, which is funded by the employee.

Paid Leave
12 paid Holidays per year. Generous paid leave accrual's including 96 hours sick annually, begin accruing 120 hours annual leave each year. Administrative leave of 5 days or 3 days annually applies to some positions. Please refer to our leave policies https://www.douglascountynv.gov/687/Policies-Procedures or relevant labor agreement https://www.douglascountynv.gov/688/Labor-Contracts
for more information.

Health Insurance
The County has rich benefits plans to choose from: Preferred Provider (PPO) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with supplemental benefits to include: prescription plan, dental plan, vision, life insurance opportunities, cancer insurance, and disability insurance. Benefit eligibility is the 1st of the month following 30-day waiting period or 60 days, depending on the position. For more detailed information on the Health Insurance you may refer to our website located at: https://www.douglascountynv.gov/693/Employee-Benefits-Information

Compensation
Douglas County's compensation system is based on Pay for Performance wherein employees are eligible for annual performance evaluations. The current structure consists of merit increases up to 3% on a qualifying employee's anniversary and Cost of Living Adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index during the first pay period of each fiscal year. The COLA will be up to 5% depending on the CPI each year. Additionally, eligible employees can be recognized for outstanding performance, above and beyond the call of duty, and receive additional compensation through the Recognition of Excellence Program.

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